GST Notices A-Z Guide: Types, Forms, Deadlines and How to Reply (2026)
A GST notice looks scary, but most notices are not penalties. They are requests for an explanation. The right reply, on time, solves most of them. This guide covers the types of GST notices , the forms , the deadlines and a simple way to respond. The video below gives a quick overview. What Is a GST Notice? A GST notice is a formal letter sent through the GST portal (and sometimes by email or post) by the tax department. It asks you to explain something, produce records, pay an amount or correct a mistake. Every notice has a number, a date, a reason and a reply period. The 5 Common Types of GST Notices Type Common forms Why it is issued Scrutiny ASMT-10, ASMT-11, ASMT-12 Differences found in your returns Demand DRC-01A, DRC-01, DRC-06, DRC-07 Tax, interest or penalty the department says is due Registration REG-03, REG-17, REG-31 Questions on registration, or cancellation or suspension Refund RFD-03, RFD-08 Problems with a refund application Audit ADT-01, ADT-03 Departmental audit o...